Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You probably know ADT has protected families for more than 150 years, but you may question if this revered name in home security can provide the modern-day ease of voice activation. You’ll be glad to know the answer is yes! ADT does work with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can do. See what’s possible and find recommendations for adding voice commands into your modern home security system.
What Can You Really Do With Voice Activation In Your Youngstown Home?
Now that you’re aware you can use your ADT home security system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re probably thinking about what’s possible. Here are some ideas:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Switch smart lights on or off
- Control connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
If you have your hands full with dinner, kids, or groceries, and need a quick way to brighten a light or adjust the temperature, just speak a command. It’s convenient and lets you control your system without reaching for your phone or using the touchscreen panel.
Operate Your ADT Devices With These Voice Commands
A quick spoken directive is all it takes to operate your integrated ADT devices. One thing to note, When controlling a device, such as your bedroom light or front door lock, you must use the same name you used when originally setting up the device.
Here are several commands that work with Google Home:
- Hey Google, arm my system stay.
- Hey Google, arm my system away.
- Hey Google, lock the (door name).
- Hey Google, turn off the (light name).
- Hey Google, set the thermostat to 70 degrees.
Amazon Alexa operates about the same, but requires somewhat different commands. Here several examples:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, [[lock the (door name)]].
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.
You can also ask your smart speaker questions. You might want to know if your front door is locked or the current temperature setting of your thermostat. Just speak a phrase like, “Alexa, what is my thermostat set to?” and you’ll receive a response.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Controls?
Voice activation does have some limitations. To illustrate, you can’t change or configure settings in your ADT smartphone app by speaking a voice command. You’ll also have to supply a PIN number when performing certain actions, such as unlocking a door or disarming your home’s security system.
How To Configure Voice Activation In Your Youngstown Home
Establishing voice activation only takes a few minutes regardless of the smart speaker you use. You’ll typically follow these instructions:
- Go to the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your phone
- In Google, navigate to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, touch the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Select ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided instructions
Discover more comprehensive instructions in the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Youngstown
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all available with ADT. Your trusted authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are ready to help you design your new ADT alarm system in Youngstown. Phone (330) 355-9086 or complete our form to begin.